Category Manager, IT

McCormick & Company; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 86,390 - 151,220; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Comprehensive health plans

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading food and seasoning company is seeking a Category Manager II in IT in a hybrid work model at their Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. The role involves managing procurement strategies, leading negotiations, and optimizing costs. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in purchasing and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Comprehensive benefits and competitive salary range from $86,390 to $151,220 annually.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment.
• 2+ years IT and procurement experience.
• Technical awareness in assigned categories.

Responsibilities

• Manage Procurement for assigned categories.
• Develop category strategies optimizing costs.
• Lead negotiations for procured materials.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting

Tools

Supplier performance systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

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Sr. Talent Acquisition Business Partner at McCormick (Finance, R&D, Corp Quality/Regulatory, and Procurement)

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Category Manager II, IT immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

POSITION OVERVIEW

Responsible for assigned categories and sub-categories within IT; development of category strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk. Working with IT leadership team and IT organization to drive innovation and greater return for dollars invested in third parties Includes coordinating and leading strategy execution activity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of Procurement for their categories globally. Leads the negotiations of procured materials and services to assure optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation) achieved.
• Develops and implement category strategies to assure lowest overall cost while mitigating risk to the Corporation.
• Develops and documents in-depth knowledge of markets, supply chain, and suppliers.
• Assists with make vs. buy decisions.
• Conduct formal presentations to Leadership as well as coordinate & conduct supplier reviews.
• Participates in the planning and forecasting process to establish standard costs and provide explanations for price variances at Division level.
• Promotes high level of customer satisfaction in supporting the needs of Divisional projects & requirements for Purchasing guidance & leadership.
• Lead cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.
• $50-100MM spend responsibility.
• Direct impact on the business through responsibility for the quality of the tasks performed or services provided.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study
• 3-5 years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience.
• 2+ yrs specific IT and IT professional services procurement experience in large, multiple or cross-functional projects.
• Proven experience and results on major cost savings initiatives.
• Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories. Technical awareness in assigned categories.
• McCormick product and business knowledge. Knowledge of Company priorities and strategic direction.
• Systems capabilities to maximize supplier performance and negotiating leverage.
• Regular assessment and analysis of moderately complex business opportunities.
• Ability to deal with diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
• Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA, or other equivalent Master's
• CPM or APICS certification

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

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Base Salary: $86,390 to $151,220

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits

- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support

- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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